Originally, polls were only held on the official Old School RuneScape website. Following the results of the Old School in-game poll survey, it was decided to add in-game poll booths. Players may still vote on the official website should they so choose.

Placed votes cannot be changed, and every question must be answered to vote. A running tally can be found during polls at poll booths or on the official website. These and other aspects related to polling itself have also been subject of polls, but have historically failed to pass.